Varsity

One of my MUST STOP when in Atlanta is Varsity. 

They've been featured on alot of food travel shows but I came here as a tourist/working 16 yrs ago and it just have history and fun atmosphere. 

They are not serving anything fancy by any means, but it has history.  

So what did I get?  Chili Dog, Onion Rings, and Fruit pies (which comes in Apple & Peach).  And their famous Varsity Orange Shake.   If you imagine orange Fanta but more like a creamsicle-slushy - that's Varsity Orange Shake.  They also have a non milk shake version too. 

Honestly, they only serve burgers and hot dogs, they have to be fast to accommodate for students at Georgia Tech and before the game.  So fast and volume is the name of their game.  They used to be the largest Drive-In, but now people just order to go.

My Fav - the fruit pies.  They are nice warm and fresh.  Truly designed for you to hold on to it and eat while watching the game.  The trust is thicker, so it is less likely to fall apart as a food to go. 

Don't underestimate this diner, Clark Gable visited here, multiple Presidents came here, and it was even a backdrop of movies.  If you couldn't go to the location, be sure to catch them while you're at the airport but just a heads up, they do not have fruit pies at the airport location. 

One thing that needs to be mentioned, they have a long history but also has their own lingo.  As you walk up, no one will greet you; but they will say What'll Ya Have, What'll Ya Have - that's really their greeting.  So you can order then.   Great place to go, plenty seatings, keep your eyes peel. 

Varsity

61 North Avenue

Atlanta, GA 30308

404-881-1706

https://thevarsity.com/